Oops! Fun Inventions from Mistakes

Which popular snack was invented by accident when a chef tried to make fried potatoes too thin and crispy?

• Popcorn

• Potato chips

• Nachos

• Pretzels

What sweet treat was created when a candy maker accidentally let a batch of sugar boil too long?

• Chocolate

• Caramel

• Marshmallows

• Gummy bears

Which common household item was invented when a scientist was trying to create a strong adhesive but ended up with a weak one instead?

• Super glue

• Sticky notes

• Tape

• Velcro

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Which popular breakfast cereal was invented when wheat dough was accidentally left out and became stale?

• Cornflakes

• Oatmeal

• Granola

• Rice Krispies

What was invented when a scientist accidentally discovered a way to make synthetic rubber during World War II?

• Plastic

• Nylon

• Silly Putty

• Polyester

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Which popular beverage was created when a pharmacist accidentally mixed carbonated water with a medicinal syrup?

• Lemonade

• Cola

• Iced tea

• Orange juice

Which popular toy was invented when a naval engineer accidentally knocked a spring off a shelf?

• Yo-yo

• Slinky

• Rubik's Cube

• Frisbee

Which popular dessert was invented when a chef accidentally added too much baking soda to a cake recipe?

• Brownies

• Cookies

• Cupcakes

• Muffins

Which popular condiment was invented when a chef accidentally left a pot of tomatoes on the stove for too long?

• Ketchup

• Mustard

• Mayonnaise

• Barbecue sauce

Which popular snack was invented when a baker accidentally dropped a batch of doughnuts into hot oil?

• Bagels

• Doughnuts

• Croissants

• Pretzels